Depending on where the staircase is located within your house, it may be that it is one of the main features which means that you need to ensure that is looks amazing.

There are plenty of ways in which you can create a stunning staircase that is sure to make a statement in your home.

Cover your staircase with carpet

Although a natural looking staircase can be a lovely feature, there is nothing nicer than having a soft carpet beneath your feet as you climb the stairs to bed, and this will make using the stairs a lot quieter too!

You don’t need us to tell you that carpets are available in a whole variety of colours, designs, and thicknesses, so it is guaranteed that you will find a style that is perfect for you across all of these details.

For a particularly stunning staircase, a luxurious looking carpet in a neutral colour is a fantastic choice, and carpets in rich colours look great in an otherwise neutrally decorated room.

Fancy bannisters

A fancy looking bannister is sure to make your staircase look extra stunning, and there are plenty of options available, including wooden, metal, and painted designs.

Just choose bannisters which are in keeping with your home décor to ensure that they attract attention for the right reasons, or even have a go at refreshing your current ones for a budget friendly option.

Invest in some stair rods

A practical and decorative addition to any staircase, stair rods are a hardware item used to secure your carpet to each step so that it stays in place no matter how many times you and your family run up and down the stairs.

Not only do they carry out this handy function, but they also look great as they are available in a whole range of different styles which will complement the rest of your décor, and make your staircase really standout.

Examples of stunning stair rods include those with ornate detail, or with crystals on each end, and you can get designs which work with both fully carpeted stairs and those which have a carpet runner too.

For a fantastic selection of stair rods, take a look at stairrods.co.uk who offer a great range which is sure to include something that you love.

These options are guaranteed to help you to create a stunning staircase, so you can make it a feature in your home to be proud of.

If you would like further advice about how to make your staircase stunning, please do not hesitate to CONTACT US for free advice

The living room is one of the most frequently used rooms in the home, so decorating it in a way that is both practical and stylish is vital for creating a space that you and your family and friends want to spend time in.

When looking at the best flooring for living rooms it is important to consider who uses the room and what it is used for the most, as this will help to guide you towards which type of flooring would be suitable for your needs.

If you use your living a lot and the floor is being walked across multiple times a day, you might consider a durable carpet such as Fairford Twist. This carpet offers a contemporary look which makes it a stylish choice, and it made from polypropylene which makes it wonderfully hardwearing.

Fairford Twist is available in 30 colours and comes with a 10 year stain warranty too, so there will be a style to suit your décor, and you can feel less stressed if your friends put their glasses of red wine on the floor.

Your living room is usually the place that you want to be able to relax and unwind in, so having soft flooring which you can walk across in comfort might be top of your list.

This means that carpet will be the most suitable option for you as it creates a luxurious and cosy room, and ensuring that you have underlay put down underneath will ensure that it feels just great underneath your feet.

Affordable and luxurious, Richstep Underlay will not only make your living room floor a pleasure to walk across, but it will also increase the longevity of your chosen carpet by acting as a layer between the carpet and the bare floor.

Should you want to ensure that you living room is a place where you feel happy for children to be playing, pets to be walking, and social gatherings to be held, you may like to consider laminate flooring so that you know any spills or mess can be cleaned up very easily.

Notting Hill Laminate is available in six different colours so you can select one to suit your tastes, and you can always finish the room off with a rug if you want to add a touch of cosiness and luxury to the room.

With the best flooring for living rooms being based on how exactly you want to use yours, there are plenty of options available to you which look fantastic and are available at great prices.

If you are interested in any of the above flooring suggestions for your living room, please see our offers page for all of the above options at a great price or contact us for more information 

When you are shopping for a brand new carpet it is usually a fun experience. With so many styles, colours, textiles, and designs to choose from, the possibilities really are endless.

It is because of this that often people do not give a lot of thought to purchasing new underlay, it will be hidden beneath the carpet, so is it really that important?

The simple answer is, yes! And, as underlay wears at the same rate as carpet, it is advisable that both are changed at the same time, even though buying underlay may not be a particularly exciting experience.

Here are some other reasons why underlay is important:

• It produces a cushioning effect underfoot, making your carpet even more comfortable to walk on, and giving it an extra boost of luxury
• Underlay helps with noise insulation, which is particularly helpful if you are purchasing carpet for the upstairs of a house, as it will help to block out the noise of footsteps, music, voices, and the TV
• It keeps your floors feeling warmer, due to insulating them against the cold, so even walking on it barefoot will feel positively cosy
• Underlay will act as a barrier between your carpet and the bare floor beneath it, meaning that it will absorb most of the pressure applied to it by footfall, which will keep your carpet looking great for longer
• Plus, this increased carpet longevity will save you money in the long run, as there will be no need to replace it as often
• You can also buy underlay for wooden floors, to help with noise insulation, and vinyl floors, to make this often hard flooring type feel springier underfoot

Although it may be tempting to spend as little as possible on underlay, it is better to invest a bit of money in it to ensure that you make the most out of all of these benefits.

It is also advised that you hire a professional to lay both carpet and underlay for you, just to ensure that it has been done in a way that will optimise its longevity and durability.

With all of these benefits linked to laying high quality underlay beneath your new carpet, it is definitely worth considering, amongst thoughts of how great your carpet is going to look in your home.

We would strongly recommend, our 9mm Foam underlay, 2.35 tog, 125kg density which is ONLY for £5.95m2 
(carpet right sell 8mm foam underlay, 1.9 tog, 0.63 density for £6.99m2)

If you have any questions regarding underlay or the 9mm foam underlay advertised please do not hesitate to contact us.

If you are looking to purchase new flooring for your kitchen, there are a number of elements to consider before you decide which type of flooring will suit you, and your kitchen best.

Budget, style, durability, and maintenance are all things that you should give some thought to when searching for new kitchen flooring, as knowing what you require in relation to these points will help you to find which type of flooring you should aim for.

With many flooring types, such as laminate, which Quickstep hold a great range of, and tiles, the quality of the product you buy really depends on how much you are will to spend, which is why determining your budget is important.

Rather than choosing the cheapest option so you can save money, it is better to choose something that is at the top of your budget, as this will ensure that you get the best product for your money, and this will often mean that it looks better, and is more durable than cheaper options.

This doesn’t necessarily mean that you need to spend loads, just that opting for a mid-range option is preferable to selecting the cheapest one available to you.

Hardwood, either engineered or solid, and both available from V4 Woodflooring, is a more expensive option than laminate or budget-friendly tiles, but it does add a touch of luxury to a kitchen, and is ideal if you are looking to create a farmhouse, rustic, or classic style space.

On the cheaper end of the scale is sheet vinyl flooring, available from companies such as Gerflor, which has a price that rivals even the cheapest laminate options, and is a popular choice for those furnishing kitchens in properties that they will be renting out, as it is also cheap to lay, and replace, much like laminate.

As kitchens are one of the most frequently used rooms in the home, choosing a flooring type that can deal with lots of footfall is important, as is making sure that your choice is durable, and able to survive spillages.

Hardwood is one of the flooring types that can perhaps suffer the most, as it is quite prone to being scratched, scuffed, or dented, and doesn’t cope well when it comes into contact with liquids. However, if you choose a hard hardwood, such as ash or oak, it will stay looking great for longer.

Laminate, tiles, hardwood, and vinyl are all suitable options for your kitchen, and the choice really does come down to your tastes and the budget that you have available.

If you would like us to visit you in our mobile showroom to discuss flooring options for your Kitchen, Please contact us today.

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Latex screed is created from self-levelling compounds and creates a smooth surface which can be used as a flat and level surface to lay a different flooring type on top of, or as a flooring type itself.

Created from a combination of powder and liquid latex, latex screed can be laid as thin as 1mm, and usually up to around 40mm, but can be made thicker using sharp sand if required.

In order to lay latex screed, it must be mixed, with an electric mixer to make it perfectly smooth, poured, and levelled to a flat finish, usually using a trowel. When mixing, it is very important that it is kept free from any other materials, such as dust, grease, paint, and polish, otherwise the consistency will not be correct.

A primer must usually be added to the existing floor, which is most commonly concrete, before the latex screed is laid, to ensure that it sticks properly, and, as it dries very quickly once it has been poured and levelled, floor finishes can be applied promptly.

A great base for vinyl flooring, ceramic tiles, and carpet, latex screed supplies a rigid and solid surface, and levels out the floor if it is uneven, so that new flooring can be laid effectively, and this base will keep it looking great for longer.

Latex screed can also be used to cover heating elements, which makes it ideal for those who have chosen to have underfloor heating in their home, or commercial space. This is because it absorbs warmth from the underfloor heating pipework and this is then radiated into the room it has been laid in.

In order for this to work and ensure that no damage is done to the pipework, the system should be tested for leaks before the screed is laid, and pressure should be maintained while the work is carried out.

The fact that latex screed is very hygienic also makes it a popular choice for places where food is prepared, where is will be left bare once it has been laid.

So, although it may be that you are not familiar with what latex screed it, we hope that this blog post has given you an insight in how useful it can be in producing a completely flat flooring surface, and also as a perfectly acceptable flooring type in itself.

If your floor uneven or you are worried about the cost of fixing the floor before you lay new flooring?
Latex screed could be the answer!

Contact us to find out if Latex Screed is right for you.

Do you want to get up-to-date with what’s going on in the world of wooden flooring this year? If you’re thinking of laying a hardwood floor in your home or office in the near future read on for inspiration and to find out which flooring styles which are popular choices for 2017.
Whilst wood floors have been popular for a number of years they’re being used increasingly in make-overs and new-builds as there are so many options to choose from.

Colours are either very light or very dark, with nothing in-between. Gone are the days of mahogany-rich reds and cherry woods – instead drama at opposite ends of the colour spectrum are the common choices.
Clients are also becoming much braver as they use bolder surfaces and shapes.
Wooden flooring is the perfect solution to the creation of statement floors and walls.

Colour Trends in Wooden Flooring

It’s all about extremes this year and wooden flooring is making a bold statement with either strong, dark colours that are the talking-point of the room or more subtle lighter colours that complement furniture and accessories.
Dark wooden flooring can be the focal point of the room – the talking point that inspires the whole décor. Whilst light flooring gives a cool feel that acts as the backdrop to eye-catching colours and decorative pieces.

For both business spaces and residential homes, dark or light wooden flooring is the trend to follow.

Light-coloured finishes give a sense of space and the fresh, crisp finishes of light-coloured flooring work well with a coordinated light room, or contrast with bold statement accents in furniture and décor. The perfect choice for light-coloured flooring is Traditional White or White Shadow, which both present a feeling of calm to any room.
Light-coloured flooring also doesn´t show the dirt as much as darker colours, which is a great benefit if daily cleaning isn’t your thing.

Whilst light colours are popular in wooden flooring we are talking whites, greys, and cool looks, rather than warm honeys and orange tones, which now seem a little dated. The feel is crisp, clean, and light, not warm and cosy any longer.

At the other end of the spectrum dark-coloured finishes provide the final touch to a room and convey a bold and grand design. Take Molasses as an example – a rich, dark engineered black wooden floor that stands out as a strong backdrop to the rest of the room and grabs attention the minute you walk in the room. The deep, earthy tones of a dark wood floor can carefully balance with the neutral colours popular today. These darker wooden floors create a sense of sophistication and opulence.

Dark flooring is practical too because as long as it´s not completely black it’s less likely to show scratches, which means less maintenance. It also contrasts dramatically with the light-coloured furniture that is trending at the moment.

For a neutral effect, grey flooring is coming into its own in 2017 and is a versatile floor option for any room, large or small, dark or light. Both light and dark grey are popular choices and grey tones in a room combined with grey wooden flooring can create a contemporary look that will finish off any design scheme perfectly. Grey specialist colouring techniques brings out the natural beauty of the wood and highlights the grains, grooves, and knots to give a genuine wood look and feel.

Grey flooring, such as Stockholm Grey, can also be used as a subtle base for bolder colours and statement furniture as it blends subtly into the background and doesn’t force itself to the foreground.
Understated, cool and modern, grey is the new mahogany. Grey flooring has been gathering momentum for the last few years, and today it encompasses a sophisticated understated look that is likely to be around for a few years to come. Grey is a good choice for the business that wants to portray a formal atmosphere, or a home which wants a wooden floor to be the focal point of a room.

Its difficult to choose with so many different options available to you, Let us visit you in our mobile showroom so you can see what works best in your home or work place.

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At Floorteck Flooring, we understand that with so many great flooring types to consider, it can be difficult to choose which one is right for you when you are updating your home.

To help you to decide which style to go for, we have put together some of our favourite flooring trends which we hope will inspire you.

Dark wood flooring

Warm, luxurious, and timeless, dark wood floors have recently come back into the limelight as a popular flooring type after years of people preferring a lighter wood, which could be down to the types of furniture and home accessories which are currently in fashion, and V4 Woodflooring offer some lovely dark tones across their ranges.

For example, dark wood floors look great with bright items, which we have seen more and more of in the interior design world, whereas these can wash lighter woods out, meaning that they have less of an impact in the room.

Colourful carpets

In line with the bold, bright theme, colourful carpets are becoming more popular as people look to add something a bit different to their homes, with the aim to make a big statement with their interior design.

Orange, purple, and even multicoloured carpets have been finding their way into people’s homes, but, for those who don’t want to make such a big commitment, a colourful area rug on a neutral carpet looks just as eye-catching and on-trend, and we particularly love the designs that the Plantation Rug Company offer.

Grey flooring

Grey has been everywhere over the last few seasons, and is set to become a timeless colour when it comes to interior design, due to its ability to complement so many different colours and styles. Plus, it really does look great in any room!

Clean and classic, grey flooring adds a very subtle pop of colour into the home and is guaranteed to stand out without taking too much focus away from the rest of the room, and you can find some gorgeous examples by Amtico.

Stair rods

Specifically designed for your staircase, stair rods are a great way to add some luxury to your home as, not only are they practical, they look glamourous too.

Stairrods.co.uk have some amazing designs, and we particularly like their snazzy crystal range, available in a variety of colours.

If you have questions about any of these flooring types, or need advice about what you should choose for your home, please do contact us, we would love to hear from you.